I just want to live a long healthy life, and I don't want to have any neurological diseases or die younger than I would otherwise. I just honestly want to do what's best for my health. From what I've researched and what I've experienced, I don't think it's worth the risk.

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On Friday, Goodell made no mention of injuries or concussions as possible explanations for the increasing number of players prematurely retiring from the sport.